NCLEX Question for community-acquired pneumonias

NCLEX Review Question

Which of the following community-acquired pneumonias demonstrates the highest occurrence during summer and fall?

a.Legionnaires' disease
b.Streptococcal (pneumococcal) pneumonia
c.Mycoplasma pneumonia
d.Viral pneumonia

Correct Answer: A
Legionnaires' disease
Rationale: Legionnaires' disease accounts for 15% of community-acquired pneumonias.

Streptococcal (pneumococcal) pneumonia
Rationale: Streptococcal pneumonia demonstrates the highest occurrence in winter months.

Mycoplasma pneumonia
Rationale: Mycoplasma pneumonia demonstrates the highest occurrence in fall and early winter.

Viral pneumonia
Rationale: Viral pneumonia demonstrates the greatest incidence during winter months.

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